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Devotional 1.31.25

  


January 31, 2025


Resting in God’s Care


1 Peter 5:6–7

Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God so that at the proper time he may exalt you, casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you.


Scripture Reading: Psalm 55


In life, we often carry burdens too heavy for us—worries about the future, struggles with our past, and the weight of daily challenges. Yet, God’s Word invites us to a different way of living. In 1 Peter 5:6–7, we are called to humble ourselves before God, trusting that He will lift us up in due time. He doesn’t ask us to bear our burdens alone; instead, He calls us to cast them upon Him because He deeply cares for us.


David, in Psalm 55, echoes this same cry. Overwhelmed by fear and betrayal, he pours out his heart to God, declaring, “Cast your burden on the Lord, and he will sustain you” (Psalm 55:22). David reminds us that God is our refuge, our safe place, the One who will never let the righteous be shaken.


As we reflect on these truths, songs of faith come to mind. Just As I Am reminds us that we can approach God with all our brokenness, knowing He receives us with open arms. Resurrecting declares the power of Christ’s victory over sin and death, giving us hope that He is at work in our struggles. Christ the True and Better points us to Jesus as the ultimate fulfillment of God’s promises, while Rock of Ages reassures us that He is our unshakable foundation.


Today, let’s choose to surrender our worries, our fears, and our burdens at the feet of Jesus. He is faithful. He is strong. And He cares for us more than we can imagine.


Further reading on the topic: Psalm 37; Matthew 6:25-34


Reflection Questions:

  • What burdens do you need to release to God today?
  • How can you practice humility by trusting in His timing and care?


Prayer:
Lord, I come to You just as I am, with all my worries and fears. Help me to trust in Your mighty hand and to cast my anxieties upon You. Remind me that You are my refuge and strength, my Rock of Ages, and that in You, I am never alone. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

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